How far is Hammond, IN from Melody Hill, IN?
The driving distance from Hammond, IN to Melody Hill, IN is about 259.5 miles (417.6 km), with a travel time of about 05h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 245.8 miles (395.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Unincorporated town in Vermillion County, Indiana, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Hammond and Melody Hill.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hammond and Melody Hill.
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Start on Columbia Avenue
830 ft · 30 sec · Columbia Avenue
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Turn left onto 173rd Street
1 km · 2 min · 173rd Street
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Turn right onto Southeastern Avenue
1667 ft · 46 sec · Southeastern Avenue
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Turn left onto 175th Street
821 ft · 32 sec · 175th Street
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Turn right onto Indianapolis Boulevard
1325 ft · 22 sec · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Continue on Indianapolis Boulevard
5.9 mi · 13 min · Indianapolis Boulevard
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Continue on Wicker Avenue
58.8 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Wicker Avenue
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Keep slight left
21.6 mi · 27 min
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Continue straight
63.4 mi · 1 hr 21 min
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Continue straight
57.7 mi · 1 hr 17 min
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Take the exit slight right
1162 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right
48.2 mi · 58 min
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Turn left onto Saint George Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Saint George Road
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Turn right onto Elmhurst Drive
620 ft · 32 sec · Elmhurst Drive
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Turn left onto Rode Road
63 m · 9 sec · Rode Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Rode Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Hammond and Melody Hill.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Wicker Avenue
Continue straight
63.4 mi · 01h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Mostly Sunny leaving Hammond and Sunny near Melody Hill.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Hammond to Melody Hill?
The road trip is about 259.5 miles (417.6 km) and usually takes 05h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Highland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 129.9 miles from Hammond and 129.6 miles from Melody Hill.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 245.8 miles (395.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 5:32 AM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $34.54 one way or $69.08 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 81.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Hammond and Sunny near Melody Hill.
Stop Ideas Near Highland
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Highland.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Hammond and Melody Hill. Straight-line distance: 245.78 mi (395.55 km).
#1 Hammond
The most populous city in Lake County, Indiana.
| Population | 75,342 |
| Coordinates | 41.5833700, -87.5000400 |
| Altitude | 183 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Melody Hill
Census-designated place in Vanderburgh County, Indiana
| Population | 3,628 |
| Coordinates | 38.0261500, -87.5158500 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
End: Melody Hill (-87.51585, 38.02615)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 418 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 08h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 06h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 03h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.77 | $34.54 | $69.08 |
| Mid-grade | $4.25 | $38.96 | $77.91 |
| Premium | $4.65 | $42.63 | $85.26 |
| Diesel | $5.30 | $48.58 | $97.17 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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